Ebola outbreak reaches 2,000 cases

The number of confirmed cases reached 2,000 three times as quickly as it took to reach 1,000

The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Congo has surpassed 2,000 cases and is picking up speed, according to an article on the ABC website.

The number of confirmed cases reached 2,000 three times as quickly as it took to reach 1,000.

The outbreak, the second-deadliest in history, has killed more than 1,300 people.

Because of an atmosphere of mistrust many Ebola cases are not being counted and the number of confirmed cases is likely "an underestimate and not a realistic picture of the number of cases out there." according to some experts.

Read the article.

June 10, 2019

Topic Area: Infection Control

Recent Posts

The Rising Strategic Value of Owner's Reps in Healthcare

The role of the owner’s representative has evolved beyond project advocate to strategic campus planning consultant.

Lawrence Group Designs Pair of Ignite Medical Resorts in Missouri

They combine cutting-edge physical rehabilitation with the indulgence of a 5-Star hotel.

Construction Complete for Centra Langhorne Medical Center

The five-story, 130,000-square-foot medical office building has been designed to deliver patient-centered care at the heart of the community.

Making the Energy Efficiency Case to the C-Suite

Hospital executives often wrestle with energy decisions made today that either free up budget for patient care or drain resources that could go elsewhere.

How to Avoid HAIs This Flu Season

There are risks surrounding hospitalizations. Here’s how to avoid them.

FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Job Board ‐ Available Jobs

Recent Jobs For Facility Professionals